Lawns benefit from properly timed feedings, helping to ensure strong root growth which protects against disease and helps ...

The postemergence weed killers we use to control actively growing weeds generally do a good job of killing them. But if you ...

During the heat of summer, when the rain stops coming down and the ground is dry, it's a good idea to keep your lawn longer --around 4 inches. As the season changes to cooler temperatures and more ...

Key Points Compacted soil causes weak lawns—fix it with aeration.Aerate cool-season grass in early fall while it’s still growing.Water before and after, and pair aeration with overseeding and ...

“You need to water the lawn so that the soil becomes moist down to at least the four-inch depth when you water,” Kemery said. “If you water less than that, you’re not doing a whole lot of good, and ...

As cooler weather arrives and you prepare to put your mower in the garage for the winter, don’t turn your attention away from ...

Large public events like the ACL festival can impact park ecosystems and the health of the grass. But with the right approach ...

Fall armyworms are caterpillars of a moth that can quickly damage a lawn by feeding on the grass. Learn how to identify fall ...

Iowa soybean farmers are harvesting what the Iowa Farm Bureau says could be a record crop this year, with an expected 53 ...

Christmas cactus to bloom. You need to provide 12-14 hours of continuous darkness a day. Start 6-8 weeks before you want your ...

Delivering the proper nutrients now sets the stage for a healthy comeback when spring rolls around. According to gardening ...

Rozelle: Fertilize in late fall when the grass is still actively growing but has slowed down its growth. We use organic ...